Court Registry Officer – Flexible Hours & Training

Marketplace; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 61,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4.4 weeks holiday leave

Flexible work hours

Online professional development portal

Inclusive networks

Job summary

NZ Ministry of Justice in Hamilton is seeking a Court Registry Officer to support court operations, liaise with judges and judiciary, and coordinate case management and customer service across the Waikato region.

The role involves facilitating court proceedings, managing jurors and court administration, and occasional travel within the Waikato Courts. A full NZ driving licence is required and there is a dedicated induction to learn legislation and processes.

Qualifications

• Detail oriented and observant with accuracy in handling court data and processes.
• Self-aware and able to work individually and as part of a team across varying situations.
• Able to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a high-volume court environment.
• Willing to learn changing legislation and court processes to keep knowledge current.
• Resilience when dealing with sensitive cases and distractions in a busy courtroom.

Responsibilities

• Court Taking – facilitate running the court, introducing Judges, and coordinating in Courtroom and Chambers.
• Case Management – ensure judiciary and parties have information and logistics for timely hearings.
• Customer Service – respond to queries face-to-face, by phone or email with confidence.
• Travel within the Waikato Courts may be required, requiring a full clean New Zealand driving licence.

Skills

Detail oriented

Observant

Self-aware

Multi-tasking

Willing to learn

Resilience

Job description

NZ Ministry of Justice in Hamilton is seeking a Court Registry Officer to support court operations, liaise with judges and judiciary, and coordinate case management and customer service across the Waikato region.

The role involves facilitating court proceedings, managing jurors and court administration, and occasional travel within the Waikato Courts. A full NZ driving licence is required and there is a dedicated induction to learn legislation and processes.